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Norah Jones to perform at Oscars

Norah Jones will perform at the Oscars.

The 'Don't Know Why' hitmaker is set to sing her Oscar-nominated track 'Everybody Needs a Best Friend' from Seth MacFarlane's hit comedy 'Ted' at the 85th annual Academy Awards ceremony on February 24.

The 33-year-old soul singer said in a statement: ''I had such a great time recording this song with Seth, and was thrilled to find out that it was nominated for an Oscar.

''Getting to perform it at such a prestigious event, which my friend is hosting, is a once in a lifetime opportunity.''

The song boasts music by Walter Murphy and lyrics by 'Family Guy' creator Seth MacFarlane - who will be hosting the ceremony this year - and the occasion will mark the first time Norah performs at the Oscars.